May 21 Wednesday
The Journey Museum is pleased to announce the opening of an exciting new exhibition, Where Eagles Soar, on October 11, 2024. The family friendly exhibition is free to the public in the Adelstein Gallery through May 25th, 2025. The exhibition includes twenty paintings from the collection of the Sioux Indian Museum. Lakota artist S.D. Nelson created these paintings to illustrate the book Wings of an Eagle. Written by Billy Mills and Janell Brown, the book tells the story of Billy Mills, a ground breaking Oglala Lakota athlete and the only American to win an Olympic Gold medal in the 10,000 meters.
Billy Mills, also known by his Lakota name Tamakhóčhe Theȟíla, is best known for winning a gold medal in the 10,000-meter run at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics. His victory is considered one of the greatest upsets in Olympic history, as Mills was a relatively unknown runner at the time and the first (and only) American to win gold in the 10,000 meters. Born and raised on the Pine Ridge Reservation, Mills overcame significant personal challenges, including poverty and the loss of both parents at a young age. A U.S. Marine Corps officer at the time of his Olympic triumph, Mills has since become a prominent advocate for Native American rights and youth sports programs. His life story was dramatized in the 1983 film Running Brave, and he continues to inspire generations with his message of perseverance and hope.
S.D. Nelson is an award-winning Lakota artist and author who has illustrated over 15 books. His work often depicts the imagery of the open prairies where S.D. spent his childhood summers, with expansive skies, towering clouds, and endless seas of grasslands. Combining timeless Lakota stories with contemporary art, his books have captivated audiences both young and old for over twenty years. A member of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, spent his childhood summers on the Standing Rock Reservation. During this time, his mother told him the traditional Lakota stories that would become the subjects of his books. S.D. spent 26 years as a teacher in the Flagstaff public schools before his first book Gift Horse, a Lakota Story, was published in 1999.
Story TimeStory Time introduces your child to the incredible world of language and books through stories, songs, and activities. This program is designed to help prepare your child for successful school experiences using early literacy components and is a great opportunity for your child to develop social skills and make friends. Topics and themes change each program. Story time generally lasts 30 minutes and no registration required. Caregivers are expected to attend.When: Every other Wednesday, starting January 15th through March 26th Time: 10:00-10:30AM Age: 2-5yrs Registration: No registration required
"Endless Imagination - Boundless Creativity" is an immersive art exhibit that celebrates the vast diversity of artistic expression. This exhibition showcases a wide range of styles, subjects, and mediums, highlighting the limitless potential of human creativity. From intricate realism to bold abstraction, each piece invites viewers to explore different perspectives and interpretations of the world around us.
Visitors will be immersed in the dynamic beauty of nature, experiencing its evolution as both artist and subject.
A percentage of each artwork sold will be donated to the local nonprofit SuFu Creative. We appreciate all that they do for Sioux Falls & the local community (artist community, and community outreach). We are pleased to help support their mission, and hope you’ll consider purchasing artwork from the exhibit, a portion of the proceeds is donated to help fund SuFu Creative’s mission!
Learn more about them at www.SuFuCreative.com
Opening Reception: May 16th from 6:30-9pm | Artist Talk: 7pm
Sam Bloom, Ailin Montgomery, and Victor Aislinn share paintings, photographs, and sculptures ignited by the panic, desire, relief, and the destruction that fire creates.
It’s a call to all sensations of heat - the spark of want in your chest, the quick singe from lighting a match, the comfort of a candlelit night.
The warmth keeps us strong, but the cleansing is ruthless. What can you save from the flames, and how? Can you salvage what gets left behind?
Step a little closer and feel every flicker, every fever.
Come to the Sturgis Public Library on Wednesday, May 21st, at 11am for PreK Storytime for ages 3-6. Celebrate literacy with movement, stories and crafts every Wednesday with Miss Sierra.
Rare Jefferson Peace Medal Exhibit at Mead Museum
An original 220-year old Jefferson Peace Medal on loan to the Mead Museum is on display as part of the Journeying Forward: Connecting Cultures exhibit. The 4-inch Jefferson Peace Medal is extremely rare and a historically significant artifact from the early 19th century. The peace medals were commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson as part of diplomatic efforts with Native American tribes, serving as symbols of goodwill and alliance between the U.S. government and Indigenous leaders. The Lewis & Clark Expedition handed out 89 of them to leaders of Native Nations on their journey between 1804-1806. This medal is one of less than 5 on display in the world!In addition to the peace medal, the Journeying Forward exhibit also had an upgrade in its history of the Ihanktonwan and Oceti Sakowin Nations, an important narrative to Yankton regional history.The Mead Museum is located at 82 Mickelson Dr in Yankton SD. The Museum is open weekdays 10AM to 5PM and on Saturdays/Sundays from 1PM to 5PM.
The Department of Labor and Regulation (DLR) is hosting a “Level Up Your Career” statewide virtual hiring event on Wednesday, May 21, from 2-5 p.m. CDT/1-4 p.m. MDT.
This virtual hiring event is designed to allow job seekers to connect online with employers statewide, learn about their companies and open positions, and potentially interview on the same day.
Participating businesses can build brand awareness, find an untapped pool of qualified candidates statewide or from the Dakota Roots/Freedom Works Here program, benefit from real-time interactions with potential employees, and save time and resources finding skilled employees.
Registration is required for both job seekers and businesses. To register, visit https://dlr.sd.gov/localoffices/hiring_events/virtual.aspx, locate the Statewide Virtual Hiring Event, and click the appropriate registration link. While registration remains open until the day of the event, early registration is encouraged to access user guides and resources on the virtual platform ahead of time.
All job fairs and hiring events are offered free of charge to businesses and job seekers. The next 605 Statewide Virtual Hiring Event will be on Wednesday, Aug. 20.
Pie and Bingo!Come to the library and play a few rounds of bingo, win prizes, and enjoy a slice of pie with friends as you listen to a guest speaker or musician from the community. Everyone is welcome. No registration required.When: Wednesdays, Jan. 15th, Feb. 19th, Mar. 19th, April 16th, May 21st, June 18th, July 16th, Aug. 20th, Sept. 17th, Oct. 15th, Nov. 19th, and Dec. 17th.Time: 1:30-3:00PMAge: General/AdultRegistration: No registration required
Kick off summer break with our "Color Our World" Summer Reading Challenge party! Come to the Sturgis Public Library on Wednesday, May 21st from 2-4pm. Join the fun, sign up for the challenge, learn how it works, and enjoy games, activities, and more. Don't miss this colorful start to a summer full of reading adventures! All ages are encouraged to participate in our summer reading challenge!!
Join Us to Celebrate International Tea Day with the finest infusion of English tea lore and money smarts.
Tea-Talk & Financial Grace is a delightful blend of English tea ritual and practical financial wisdom—delivered in an interactive, relaxed, online workshop.
In a time of uncertainty, this gathering offers a calm, welcoming space to sip, connect, and gain confidence in your financial path.
